Popular, indeed: EGOT winner Elton John, lyricist Bernie Taupin land Gershwin Prize
LOS ANGELES — EGOT status and a Gershwin Prize in the same month? 2024 is proving to be another landmark year for Elton John. The famed performer and his longtime creative partner, lyricist Bernie Taupin, are this year’s recipients of the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize for Popular Song — the nation’s highest award for influence, impact and achievement in popular music. “Elton John and ...
by Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times
Jan 30, 2024
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LOS ANGELES — EGOT status and a Gershwin Prize in the same month? 2024 is proving to be another landmark year for Elton John.
The famed performer and his longtime creative partner, lyricist Bernie Taupin, are this year’s recipients of the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize for Popular Song — the nation’s highest award for influence, impact and achievement in popular music.
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